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The Paradox Arcade Bar
396 S Thomas St, Pomona, CA 91766, United States
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Vi
Review №1

Great place too have some fun with old school games and have beers. Place has a lot of local beers, fun

St
Review №2

Small bar with some classic arcade games, that also holds weekly video game tournaments on the big screen. Ben, the bartender, introduced me to The Paradox Arcade + Bar style beers and they are my new jam. I described desiring a glass of wine, but being at a beer place = The Paradox Arcade + Bar . Had the blood orange (local) last week and it was great. They always have a good selection on tap & food is right next store if youre hungry.The Paradox Arcade + Bar

jo
Review №3

I love playing games here and having a drink with my friends. They have a great selection of retro arcade games and craft beer. The bartenders are really chill

Ja
Review №4

Loved it here

Er
Review №5

Staff is dope. Games are great but can be made more awesome if some competition was encouraged. Space is a bit small but its vibe is perfect for dates. I love you paradox!

R.
Review №6

Super fun place that took me back to the beautiful end of nostalgia. Staff was super awesome and I had a great night. So glad I went there for my birthday. Definitely am going to go back

Fe
Review №7

This place is awesome to stop by at for a drink and to play some classic arcade games. i really enjoy the pinball machines and im glad the games are really expensive. you can come here with almost any group of friends and have a good time. its a must stop if youre in the area. they also have a good beer list.

Ra
Review №8

My first time was fun not a lot of games but its worth the visit. I know i will be returning to the Paradox arcade + bar.

Jo
Review №9

Place is awesome. Awesome selection of arcade games that won’t cost you $1.50 per game like some arcades. I’d just recommend pregaming somewhere else because even call drinks will cost you $10 and don’t actually have any common liquors due to their licensing (though I believe the bartender mentioned this will be changing soon). Over all, a really fun place.

an
Review №10

Drinks are always the best! Cant beat these arcade games! I will be back for more. One of my faves

Je
Review №11

Hella litty, grand environment, great location... Cool nostalgic games that will make you happy Forsure.

ma
Review №12

Cool spot first time there.. Took me back to my childhood.. Classic games.. And they got

Mr
Review №13

The Paradox: is a small LA style arcade located in Pomona.This place is awesome though it is a bit small.It has a good selection of games and pinball machines, games and drinks are reasonably priced which is a definite plus.I highly reccomend checking this place out for a good time.

ME
Review №14

Awesome place to have a cold IPA with some friends while playing old school arcade games!

Fr
Review №15

This is a gem Pomona! I wish we had an arcade bar in my town like this. The games are well taken care of and the craft beer selection is great!

bo
Review №16

Decent games. Pretty good drinks and really good prices

Je
Review №17

Great little place for drinks and some fun. Good selection of video games, pinball games, and even some board games, connect 4, and Jenga, etc. A little small, and the music was a little loud, but a fun place.

da
Review №18

Pretty cool place. I hope they get the paperboy game someday. Had a fun time and you only need quarter per game to play. Plan on going back very soon.

Me
Review №19

The idea of this bar is pretty awesome. Had a good time on the pinball machine.I ordered a pint, for $10 & I got a normal sized drink. Literally the same size as every other cup. So idk what the f the difference is between the $8 beer & the $10.When she gave it to us I looked at the waitress like are you sure ?? She said yeah.This place is a jip. Makes me angry that they think they can call a pint a pint eventhough its not.Very dissatisfied, wont come back.

Ma
Review №20

Been here a couple times now. They have great brews and a slew of nostalgic arcade games. People here are pretty friendly too. Definitely a go-to spot for the weekend.

Sa
Review №21

Cool atmosphere with plenty of classic and retro arcades to play! Plus, the beer selection is on point!!Definitely check this out if you are in Pomona!

Cl
Review №22

Great place to hang out. Games are .25. They have all the good old arcade games and zegna, connect 4, operation. Really cool spot good beer as well. Night life in Pomona sees to be quite good too.

Ju
Review №23

Cool place. Cool rotating taps. And arcades. If your into the 80s this is a place to check out.

kr
Review №24

I love this spot, its super chill. It has awesome arcade games, like my favorite Galaga. And the bartender with pink hair is super cute

Ja
Review №25

Seriously worth checking out. Its one of my favourite spots now? Great craft beer selection and relaxed environment.

Ha
Review №26

Last night was super fun. Finally a place where grown ups can drink and play arcade like we did before. The best part is that we were allowed to bring outside food in!!!!

ra
Review №27

They have a limited selection of games for start. Their staff is very unprofessional and doesnt know how to act especially because they allow alcohol in the building. So when people start getting rowdy they want to take it out on everybody around these crazy individuals. Never plan on going back to this place again I rather spend the time driving to LA Im going to a dignified establishment dont waste your time at this place

Je
Review №28

Great place to grab a drink and play some great arcade games

Ro
Review №29

Place is nostalgic. Classic arcade games, amazing cherry bomb cider. A good time to be had.

Aa
Review №30

A cool place with a comfortable atmosphere and a great selection of local beers. A variety of standup arcade games and pinball machines. Sorely needed in Pomona and I will be returning, frequently!

Ad
Review №31

Of course everyone would like more games there, but what they have is a bluntly a badass set up! Friendly chill environment, great craft selection and if you dont want to play video games, they have board games too. Super cool. I hope they thrive to open a bigger location with more games. No complaints here

Al
Review №32

Small place, but most machines are only 25¢ and the drink selection is better than most other places.You can stretch your doller on a weekend night out.

Er
Review №33

Had a blast here. Got to taste beer I have never had before so it was all a suprises. Variety of Sake too. Chill vibe with most of you favorite arcade games. Got a couple of suggestions. King of Fighters 98 or any because there is none. Marvel vs Capcom 2! Will definetly come back!

Ja
Review №34

A lot of options nice place

Ra
Review №35

A blast to the past! They have almost all the classic arcade games here except Samurai Showdown.

R.
Review №36

Great place to play old school video games and have a drink. This place is great to relive some old child hood memories.

Je
Review №37

This place is amazing! Great beers on tap, games in good condition, good vibes all around.

Hu
Review №38

Came here for the first time 2.8.19, had a few ciders and played the games. The arcades are well maintained, the joystick and buttons had great action. Was pretty packed. They also had a few baseboards like connect 4, also there was a super nintendo. the movie Goonies was playing on the walls that was cool. Great vibe. The staff was very nice and friendly. Security checks iD at the door, so I assume its 21 and over. I definitely will be coming back here, didnt get to play all the arcades. Also there are pinball machines!

Ja
Review №39

Reasonably priced drinks with resonably priced arcade games- $.25. Its a little small but overall glld environment.

Da
Review №40

Great little spot. Decent selection of games. Need to return to have a drink

Pa
Review №41

It was so much fun

Se
Review №42

Fun place, most games are a quarter to play

je
Review №43

Drunk video games from the 70s, most exquisite

Sa
Review №44

Chill Barcade with Local craft beer selection with wine and sake as well. 25 cent games 50 cent pinball you really cant have a bad time here.

Bo
Review №45

Great place to drink and play games. 21 & up

ha
Review №46

Fun

al
Review №47

Great vide and beer.

Se
Review №48

This place is RAAAD

Ga
Review №49

Sexy. Fun. Exciting. Good drinks and atmosphere

Be
Review №50

Fun games, fun atmosphere, Janet is the best bartender ever!

CO
Review №51

Good place, lots of memories from the childhood days...the 80s!!!

Mo
Review №52

Such a great place!!! Only down side is the location is small, and can get crowded at times.

Al
Review №53

Love this place!

Ja
Review №54

Great place to play games and have a beer!

An
Review №55

Amazing selection of craft beers.

Wi
Review №56

Nice ambience, great drinks, lovely people

Sa
Review №57

Great arcade and great beer

Pa
Review №58

Good beer and classic games

Sa
Review №59

Great time!!

Br
Review №60

Had a blast

Da
Review №61

Dope

Pa
Review №62

Support your local arcade

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  • Address:396 S Thomas St, Pomona, CA 91766, United States
  • Site:https://theparadoxpomona.com/
  • Phone:+1 909-671-4004
Categories
  • Art gallery
  • Bar
  • Beer hall
  • Video arcade
  • Wine bar
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:11:30pm–12am
Service options
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Bar games:Yes
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great beer selection:Yes
  • Great cocktails:Yes
  • Veteran-led:Yes
  • Women-led:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Dining options
  • Outside food allowed:Yes
Amenities
  • Toilets:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
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